Travel Nurse RN - Medical-Surgical - $2,166 per week in Carbondale, IL

Collaborate effectively with physicians, interdisciplinary team members, and support staff (including Patient Care Technicians and Shift Supervisors) to ensure coordinated and holistic patient care. Key Responsibilities Provide direct patient care, including assessments, medication administration, and treatment plans for a diverse patient population, primarily surgical with some medical overlap.

Job Title

Registered Nurse - Medical Surgical

Job Summary

Join a dedicated nursing team in Carbondale, Illinois, on a dynamic Medical-Surgical unit primarily focused on surgical patients, with occasional medical patient overflow to meet community needs. This 35-private room unit is equipped with two nurses' stations, fostering an environment of collaborative care.

As a Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse, you will provide comprehensive patient care, supported by a shift supervisor and patient care technicians available on each shift. The night shift maintains a patient-to-nurse ratio of 1:5-6, ensuring focused and quality care delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care, including assessments, medication administration, and treatment plans for a diverse patient population, primarily surgical with some medical overlap.
• Monitor patient conditions, interpret vital signs, and document all patient interactions and interventions accurately in the electronic health record.
• Collaborate effectively with physicians, interdisciplinary team members, and support staff (including Patient Care Technicians and Shift Supervisors) to ensure coordinated and holistic patient care.
• Educate patients and their families on health conditions, treatment plans, and post-discharge care instructions.
• Maintain a safe and therapeutic environment for patients, adhering to all hospital policies and procedures.

Required Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Experience in a Medical-Surgical setting: Not specified.

Preferred Qualifications

• Not specified.

Skills & Competencies

• Proficiency in patient assessment and critical thinking.
• Competence in medication administration, IV therapy, and wound care.
• Ability to manage a diverse patient caseload with varying acuities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for effective team collaboration and patient education.
• Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems.

Shift Details

• Shift Type: Nights (NOC)
• Shift Duration: 8 hours per shift
• Days per Week: 5 days per week
• Weekend Rotation: Every other weekend required.
• Call Requirements: Not specified.
• Holiday Coverage: Holiday coverage as needed, with manager discussion for specific requests.
• Assignment Dates: August 10, 2026, for 13 weeks.

Licensing Requirements

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Illinois.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.